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JAVI’S COOKING "Empanadas Argentinas" - Steakhouse in Oakland, California

JAVI’S COOKING "Empanadas Argentinas"

4.7 (324 reviews)

3446 Market St, Oakland, CA 94608

Argentinian restaurant
Fast food restaurant
Latin American restaurant

About JAVI’S COOKING "Empanadas Argentinas" - steak house in Oakland, California

Customer Review Summary

Javi's Cooking is praised as a hidden gem, offering delicious hot and crispy empanadas. The steak milanesa is highly recommended for its generous portions and perfect seasoning. Service is noted as impeccable, although there are concerns about a staff member pressuring for tips, which some find unprofessional. Customers enjoy a variety of empanada flavors, with the chorizo and caprese being favorites, though some fillings could be improved. The food has great reheating potential, maintaining its quality. The atmosphere is described as welcoming with friendly staff and cute outdoor seating, making it an enjoyable dining experience. The management is attentive, confirming orders, and the restaurant offers a range of vegetarian and vegan options. Overall, customers appreciate the vibrant vibe, good coffee, and the option to purchase frozen empanadas for later.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Atmosphere

  • Casual

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.7 out of 5
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Based on 324 reviews

Isaiah Wilson

2 months ago

Javi’s Cooking is an absolute gem. The empanadas are hot, crispy in all the right places, and delicious is every bite. The steak milanesa is enough for lunch, dinner, and a snack tomorrow! The bread is fresh but crispy, the lettuce and tomatoes and the perfect proportion and the way the cheese melts and pulls is an experience. The steak is perfectly cooked with the exact amount of breading and seasoning. The service was impeccable and I can’t wait to be not full so I can eat here again!

tonya mayfield

I love the empanadas…….. But one of the workers or maybe she’s the owner not sure some times her hair is dyed blue but every time after I make a purchase she literally begs for a tip!!!!!!! I think that’s so unprofessional. I feel that’s at the customers discretion. I’ve never experienced that anywhere but there, I really wanted to tell her that’s why I never leave one because she literally tries to guilt you into it or just down right asks…… have some pride and let the customer decide. The food is pretty pricey at that. I’m just saying.

Sunaina

7 months ago

Having eaten delicious empanadas before I wanted to give this place a shot - we got a couple different ones Chorizo breakfast empanada Pollo Pulled pork & pineapple Caprese It was crispy, well cooked and delicious. My favorites were the chorizo & caprese from the 4 that I got. The other 2 were average. I felt like the chimichurri was flavorful too but a tad too salty for my preference. The empanada filling was generous and overall good - but left a little more to be desired. Reheat value was great, still crispy and delicious. Maybe even better the next day. Overall good and I would get more again!

Paulina

Absolutely phenomenal! The food to the service was so welcoming and warm, especially Carolina! The empanadas are spectacular and I’ll definitely be going again soon, I went with my boyfriend and we both are definitely coming back again, love that its close to the freeway too!

Jessica Morog

Empanadas are so delicious, and crust is buttery and flakey!! Catered three dozen empanadas in 6+ flavors for a toddler birthday party. Order arrived on time, hot, and flavors were nicely labeled. Management even called to confirm we had everything needed because we placed an extra order late the night before. We’ll be ordering again soon!

Kuali Salsa

1 year ago

OMG we’ve been dreaming of their milanesa sandwich for years and we just discovered that this location makes them fresh to order! Allow 15-20mins but trust it’s worth the wait 🤩 hands down one of the best milanesas! Grab some empanadas while you wait- we had the mushroom and carne empanadas and they were delicious. Going to grab some empanadas to go as they can be reheated later and enjoyed 😋 if you haven’t tried Javi’s this is your sign that you must 😉

Julia Gidwani

3 years ago

Super friendly staff! Great coffee. Tons of empanada options, including vegetarian and vegan! Parking can be tricky. But their outdoor seating is super cute and the whole place has a great vibe. Next time I go back I’m going to buy the whole coffee beans which are from all over South America: Argentina, Colombia & Guatemala. Love this sweet spot. Also: very quick service!

Christina Corfield

1 year ago

Really awesome unassuming spot with cute outdoor seating, great service and delicious food! Hot mate was perfect and dulce de leche empanada was tasty and comforting although there was more banana and walnut than I expected. Highly recommend checking this place out!!! Stock up on frozen empanadas when you are there. Heating instructions included on top of if box. Was ready to find parking on the street.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 10 AM–5 PM
Monday 10 AM–5 PM
Saturday 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday 10 AM–5 PM
Thursday 10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–5 PM

Price Range

$10–20